Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Plant Manager to lead operations at our small but fast-growing RF and microwave filter manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have hands-on leadership experience in a precision manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of RF or high-frequency electronic components. This individual will be responsible for overseeing production, quality, supply chain, and safety to ensure the efficient delivery of high-performance components for defense, aerospace, telecom, and commercial applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations & Production Management

· Lead day-to-day plant operations including production scheduling, resource allocation, and throughput optimization

· Oversee machining, assembly, tuning, and test processes of RF/microwave filters and components

· Ensure timely delivery of customer orders while meeting cost, quality, and performance targets

Technical Oversight

· Collaborate with engineering to transition new designs to production

· Troubleshoot manufacturing issues related to tuning, materials, or process variation

· Ensure adherence to RF performance specifications through process control and testing

Supply Chain & Inventory

· Manage procurement and inventory of raw materials, hardware, and RF components

· Develop relationships with key vendors and negotiate terms as needed

· Implement effective inventory management practices to minimize shortages or excesses

Continuous Improvement & Quality

· Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S, and other process improvement methodologies

· Maintain ISO or AS9100 compliance as required by customer/industry standards

· Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for non-conforming parts

Team Leadership

· Supervise a small cross-functional team (production technicians, assemblers, QA, etc.)

· Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence

· Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance reviews to team members

Strategic Planning & Reporting

· Assist in budgeting, capacity planning, and equipment investment strategy

· Track KPIs including on-time delivery, yield, scrap, and labor utilization

· Report plant performance and improvement plans to senior management

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Qualifications:

Required

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

· 10+ years of manufacturing management experience, preferably in electronics or RF hardware

· Strong knowledge of RF/microwave components and basic principles of tuning and testing

· Proven ability to lead small teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

· Proficient with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools

· Familiar with lean manufacturing and quality systems (ISO, AS9100)

Preferred

· Prior experience in a small or startup manufacturing environment

· Familiarity with RF test equipment (e.g., network analyzers, spectrum analyzers)

· Experience with government/mil-aero customers or ITAR compliance

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